Knitting, Crocheting, Weaving, & Spinning Classes for All Skill Levels
Black Sheep is proud to offer a variety of classes in knitting, crocheting, spinning, and weaving from experts. It's a great way to learn something new or expand your skills. We offer classes that cater to fiber artists of all skill levels, so bring your friends and make it an exciting event.
When viewing our classes listings, please make note of the descriptions below regarding skill levels. We want to offer you the best possible learning experience based on your particular skill level.
Beginner – You are looking to learn basic skills through a private or introductory class. You can call us at 410-628-9276 to schedule beginning knitting, crocheting, weaving or spinning classes.
Advanced Beginner - You have already taken a private or introductory class or have basic skills, such as knowing how to knit and purl (for knitting classes) or chain and single crochet (for crochet classes).
Intermediate – You have the basic skills listed above and are familiar with increasing/decreasing and working in the round.
Advanced – These classes feature advanced techniques for students who have already completed several projects.
When viewing our classes listings, please make note of the descriptions below regarding skill levels. We want to offer you the best possible learning experience based on your particular skill level.
Beginner – You are looking to learn basic skills through a private or introductory class. You can call us at 410-628-9276 to schedule beginning knitting, crocheting, weaving or spinning classes.
Advanced Beginner - You have already taken a private or introductory class or have basic skills, such as knowing how to knit and purl (for knitting classes) or chain and single crochet (for crochet classes).
Intermediate – You have the basic skills listed above and are familiar with increasing/decreasing and working in the round.
Advanced – These classes feature advanced techniques for students who have already completed several projects.
Classes/Events
Beginning Brioche (Intermediate)
- Oct 04, 2023 06:00 pm
- Oct 04, 2023 06:00 pm
Beginning Brioche (Intermediate) - Oct 04, 2023 06:00 pm
Learn the latest trending technique: brioche! In this class, you will learn how to knit two-color brioche in the round to make a cowl. You will learn the basic brioche stitches and some brioche abbreviations, too. Join us for this fun course with color and texture!
Cost: $ 35.00
Learn the latest trending technique: brioche! In this class, you will learn how to knit two-color brioche in the round to make a cowl. You will learn the basic brioche stitches and some brioche abbreviations, too. Join us for this fun course with color and texture!
Cost: $ 35.00
Basic Toe-Up Socks Using Magic Loop (Advanced Beginner)
- Oct 05, 2023 06:00 pm
- Oct 05, 2023 06:00 pm
Basic Toe-Up Socks Using Magic Loop (Advanced Beginner) - Oct 05, 2023 06:00 pm
Learn the technique of making a sock from the toe-up using magic loop (no double-pointed needles). In this 3-part class, we will be learning Judy's Magic Cast On for a seamless toe, an easy heel with no short rows or picked up stitches, and a stretchy bind off. We will be using a worsted weight wool to make the project go faster and to easily learn new techniques. You will be knitting a thicker sock that would be great to wear around the house or in boots. You will be able to take the techniques you learn to knit other socks out of more traditional sock-weight yarns.
Cost: $ 90.00
Learn the technique of making a sock from the toe-up using magic loop (no double-pointed needles). In this 3-part class, we will be learning Judy's Magic Cast On for a seamless toe, an easy heel with no short rows or picked up stitches, and a stretchy bind off. We will be using a worsted weight wool to make the project go faster and to easily learn new techniques. You will be knitting a thicker sock that would be great to wear around the house or in boots. You will be able to take the techniques you learn to knit other socks out of more traditional sock-weight yarns.
Cost: $ 90.00
Entrelac Scarf (Advanced Beginner/Intermediate)
- Oct 07, 2023 10:30 am
- Oct 07, 2023 10:30 am
Entrelac Scarf (Advanced Beginner/Intermediate) - Oct 07, 2023 10:30 am
Learn to knit entrelac, a knitting technique that produces a fabric that looks like it has been woven in strips, or a "basketweave" effect. Using a color-coded pattern, you will be learning the basics of entrelac so that you can complete a scarf, worked in one piece with variegated Noro yarn. You will be creating the basketweave effect by knitting a series of sloping "blocks" left and right. You can also learn a technique to knit backwards, a timesaving way to avoid turning your work constantly.
Cost: $ 50.00
Learn to knit entrelac, a knitting technique that produces a fabric that looks like it has been woven in strips, or a "basketweave" effect. Using a color-coded pattern, you will be learning the basics of entrelac so that you can complete a scarf, worked in one piece with variegated Noro yarn. You will be creating the basketweave effect by knitting a series of sloping "blocks" left and right. You can also learn a technique to knit backwards, a timesaving way to avoid turning your work constantly.
Cost: $ 50.00
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner)
- Oct 08, 2023 01:00 pm
- Oct 08, 2023 01:00 pm
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner) - Oct 08, 2023 01:00 pm
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Black Sheep Happy Hour
- Oct 13, 2023 05:00 pm
- Oct 13, 2023 05:00 pm
Black Sheep Happy Hour - Oct 13, 2023 05:00 pm
Share some wine, snacks and get a chance to meet Rita from Ex Libris Yarns! You'll find out more about her design process and see and feel her incredible hand-dyed yarns.
Cost: $ FREE
Share some wine, snacks and get a chance to meet Rita from Ex Libris Yarns! You'll find out more about her design process and see and feel her incredible hand-dyed yarns.
Cost: $ FREE
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner)
- Oct 22, 2023 01:00 pm
- Oct 22, 2023 01:00 pm
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner) - Oct 22, 2023 01:00 pm
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner)
- Nov 05, 2023 01:00 pm
- Nov 05, 2023 01:00 pm
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner) - Nov 05, 2023 01:00 pm
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
BegSocks: Beginning Socks (Advanced Beginner)
- Nov 06, 2023 06:00 pm
- Nov 06, 2023 06:00 pm
BegSocks: Beginning Socks (Advanced Beginner) - Nov 06, 2023 06:00 pm
Learn to knit socks!
Cost: $ 90.00
Learn to knit socks!
Cost: $ 90.00
Next Step Brioche (Intermediate)
- Nov 15, 2023 06:00 pm
- Nov 15, 2023 06:00 pm
Next Step Brioche (Intermediate) - Nov 15, 2023 06:00 pm
After you have mastered basic brioche, take the next step and learn basic increases and decreases, using the Ravelry pattern, Your First Two Color Brioche by Chiaki Hayaski. Class attendees should have previously taken the Beginning Brioche class, or have some experience knitting brioche.
Cost: $ 35.00
After you have mastered basic brioche, take the next step and learn basic increases and decreases, using the Ravelry pattern, Your First Two Color Brioche by Chiaki Hayaski. Class attendees should have previously taken the Beginning Brioche class, or have some experience knitting brioche.
Cost: $ 35.00
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner)
- Nov 19, 2023 01:00 pm
- Nov 19, 2023 01:00 pm
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner) - Nov 19, 2023 01:00 pm
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Tunisian Crochet (Advanced Beginner)
- Nov 27, 2023 06:00 pm
- Nov 27, 2023 06:00 pm
Tunisian Crochet (Advanced Beginner) - Nov 27, 2023 06:00 pm
Learn the basics of Tunisian crochet and progress and use it to do the chevron pattern
Cost: $ 35.00
Learn the basics of Tunisian crochet and progress and use it to do the chevron pattern
Cost: $ 35.00
Double Knitting (Intermediate)
- Nov 29, 2023 06:00 pm
- Nov 29, 2023 06:00 pm
Double Knitting (Intermediate) - Nov 29, 2023 06:00 pm
Learn the technique of Double Knitting with 2 colors. Double knitting creates a 2-sided fabric that looks the same on both sides. We will help take the mystery out of this fascinating technique.
Cost: $ 35.00
Learn the technique of Double Knitting with 2 colors. Double knitting creates a 2-sided fabric that looks the same on both sides. We will help take the mystery out of this fascinating technique.
Cost: $ 35.00
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner)
- Dec 03, 2023 01:00 pm
- Dec 03, 2023 01:00 pm
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner) - Dec 03, 2023 01:00 pm
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Mosaic Crochet (Advanced Beginner)
- Dec 04, 2023 06:00 pm
- Dec 04, 2023 06:00 pm
Mosaic Crochet (Advanced Beginner) - Dec 04, 2023 06:00 pm
Learn to create this graphic pattern while making a handy dishcloth. You'll be using mosaic crochet, single crochet, double crochet and chain techniques to create your cloth.
Cost: $ 35.00
Learn to create this graphic pattern while making a handy dishcloth. You'll be using mosaic crochet, single crochet, double crochet and chain techniques to create your cloth.
Cost: $ 35.00
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner)
- Dec 17, 2023 01:00 pm
- Dec 17, 2023 01:00 pm
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner) - Dec 17, 2023 01:00 pm
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 35.00
Calendar
Beginning Brioche (Intermediate)
Learn the latest trending technique: brioche! In this class, you will learn how to knit two-color brioche in the round to make a cowl. You will learn the basic brioche stitches and some brioche abbreviations, too. Join us for this fun course with color and texture!
Basic Toe-Up Socks Using Magic Loop (Advanced Beginner)
Learn the technique of making a sock from the toe-up using magic loop (no double-pointed needles). In this 3-part class, we will be learning Judy's Magic Cast On for a seamless toe, an easy heel with no short rows or picked up stitches, and a stretchy bind off. We will be using a worsted weight wool to make the project go faster and to easily learn new techniques. You will be knitting a thicker sock that would be great to wear around the house or in boots. You will be able to take the techniques you learn to knit other socks out of more traditional sock-weight yarns.
Entrelac Scarf (Advanced Beginner/Intermediate)
Learn to knit entrelac, a knitting technique that produces a fabric that looks like it has been woven in strips, or a "basketweave" effect. Using a color-coded pattern, you will be learning the basics of entrelac so that you can complete a scarf, worked in one piece with variegated Noro yarn. You will be creating the basketweave effect by knitting a series of sloping "blocks" left and right. You can also learn a technique to knit backwards, a timesaving way to avoid turning your work constantly.